AGIS Conference 2024 Potsdam

The steering committee is currently exploring various topics for discussion, including:
• IB Recognition/University applications in Germany (Uni-assist, discussion on Bafög, the
reception of Environmental Systems and Societies subject, language test requirements, new
resources and students experiences)
• Study Options in Europe (beyond the UK and NL)
• The State of Admissions: Updates on application document requirements, the return of
standardized testing
• Summer programs and gap year opportunities in Europe and around the world

Draft schedule:
09:30-10:00 Welcome Coffee
10:00-12:30 First Session
AGIS HE Fair March 2023 feedback review - strategies & plan for the 2025 Fair CC - Reports from the different working groups
• IB Recognition in Germany
• AGIS College Counselors Website
• IB Careers Related Programme/HS Diploma • HE Workgroup
• Predicted Grades
12:30-13:30 Lunch
13:30-15:30 Second Session
The State of University Admissions:
• Standardised testing trends
• UK - feedback on Recommendations/Application Essays
• Environmental Systems and Societies - recognition
Study in Europe - beyond the beaten path: What's new or different? Summer Schools and Gap Year Experiences: opportunities and strategies
15:30-16:00 Coffee Break
16:00-17:00 End of day plenary and wrap-up
CC - Professional Development suggestions and resources - shared experiences.
Agenda next meeting & Goodbye

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